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Howdy, fans of tactical shooters. Riot Games has just unveiled the Neo Frontier 2.0 bundle, bringing a huge wave of sci-fi Western nostalgia to the VALORANT store.
Back in 2023, the original Neo Frontier skin line quickly became a fan favorite for its unique transformation gimmick. Starting with weathered wood, antique iron, and classic lever-action reload animations reminiscent of spaghetti Western movies, the weapons would evolve into futuristic, glowing sci-fi pieces as you upgraded them using Radianite.
However, the original drop missed out on including the Vandal, the most popular gun in the game, leaving Vandal players disappointed for three years. But Riot has finally rectified this omission.
Long Live the Cowboy Vandal
The highlight of the Neo Frontier 2.0 bundle is undoubtedly the Vandal. This addition fills the void left by the original collection, allowing rifle enthusiasts to embrace their futuristic gunslinger fantasies every time they make a purchase.
Riot didn’t simply transfer the old Phantom textures to the Vandal model and call it a day. The new design fully utilizes the rifle’s longer frame and features brand-new handling animations. The reload animations focus on magazine manipulation and dramatic weapon flips, enhancing the satisfaction of inspecting your gun between rounds.
Whether you prefer the rustic wooden look at the base tier or opt for the glowing internal electronics at the upgraded level, the Vandal offers the aesthetic fans have long desired.
Whipping the Lobby with an Actual Lasso
While gun skins are exciting, the real standout in this release is the new melee cosmetic. Instead of a typical knife, sword, or axe, Riot has gone all out with a literal lasso.
VALORANT has featured various melee weapons over the years, from battle axes to frying pans, but wielding a glowing rope to style on the last opponent standing takes it to a new level. To add to the excitement, the Lasso melee comes with its own custom audio track as you twirl it around.
Pulling off a clutch defuse while spinning a neon lasso is sure to leave a lasting impact on your opponents in the Discord call.
The Dual Aesthetic Advantage
In addition to the Vandal and Lasso, the 2.0 pack includes a Shorty skin, catering to close-range ambushers with a sawed-off frontier shotgun. For those seeking the complete collection, Riot offers a mega bundle combining the original 2023 lineup with the new 2.0 additions.
The appeal of this collection lies in its dual identity. You essentially receive two skin themes for the price of one. Whether you prefer a mechanical feel with metallic clicks or neon lasers with futuristic holographic sights, the choice is yours.
Neo Frontier 2.0 arrives in the in-game store on July 30, so start saving those VALORANT Points if you want to dominate ranked lobbies with your lasso skills this weekend.
Get Ready to Empty Your Virtual Wallet
Before you get carried away planning your futuristic cowboy loadouts, let’s address the elephant in the room: the price tag. As an Exclusive Tier drop, acquiring these new animations and glowing lassos will certainly impact your VALORANT Point reserves.
Individual weapon skins are expected to cost 2,175 VP each, while the Lasso melee could set you back 4,350 VP. To own the complete standalone 2.0 collection, budget around 6,700 VP. If you missed out in 2023 and want the massive Mega Bundle combining the old and new items, be prepared to spend over 9,300 VP.
It’s worth noting that this limited-time bundle won’t be subject to future Night Market discounts. You have a brief window to purchase it directly from the featured shop before it disappears from the daily rotation, so start calculating those RP purchases now.